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Politics and Government News

MPR News is your hub for the latest politics and government news coverage. Whether you're looking for the status of a recent Supreme Court ruling, or want updates on Minnesota's newest laws, we have comprehensive state and national news coverage ready for you.

New highway in southern Minnesota will include passageway designed for deer

New highway in southern Minnesota will include passageway designed for deer

All across Minnesota, highways of concrete and asphalt cross thoroughfares of a different kind: corridors used by wildlife as they seek food and shelter. A new highway in southern Minnesota is taking that into account, in a way that’s a first for state road construction projects.
by Andrew Krueger

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Will the U.S. ever have a national COVID-19 testing strategy?

Will the U.S. ever have a national COVID-19 testing strategy?

As the coronavirus epidemic worsens, U.S. health experts hope Joe Biden's administration will put in place something Donald Trump's has not — a comprehensive national testing strategy. Such a strategy, they say, could systematically check more people for infections and spot surges before they take off.
by The Associated Press

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Trump's legal losses come fast and furious

Trump's legal losses come fast and furious

The Trump campaign and allied Republicans had sought to overturn results in six states. After a string of legal losses, Rudy Giuliani told Fox News that “we don't need courts," arguing state lawmakers can just declare Trump the winner.
by Matthew S. Schwartz

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Gazelka: ‘Essential’ Capitol workers should get faster COVID-19 shots

Gazelka: ‘Essential’ Capitol workers should get faster COVID-19 shots

The Legislature’s ability to meet in person more often in 2021 could hinge on how fast the COVID-19 vaccine is distributed. Senate Majority Leader Paul Gazelka suggested “essential” Capitol dwellers should have an early place in line.
by Brian Bakst

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Momentum for coronavirus relief bill builds, but time short as parties work on deal

Momentum for coronavirus relief bill builds, but time short as parties work on deal

With days left before Congress aims to wrap for the year, Republicans and Democrats appear more willing to negotiate on a COVID-19 relief bill. But key sticking points remain.
by Deirdre Walsh and Claudia Grisales

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COVID relief plan snagged on $500 payment to families

COVID relief plan snagged on $500 payment to families

As Minnesota lawmakers work on a plan to provide businesses and workers relief amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a plan to provide struggling families with a one-time $500 payment has emerged as a stumbling block.
by Tim Pugmire

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